Summary of Findings from The New Zealand Army Recruit Nutrition and Health Project - 2009

Nutrition and physical training play an important role in the physical and cognitive development of military personnel. This report summarises the extensive findings of each phase of the New Zealand Army Recruit Nutrition and Health Project and provides recommendations to help enhance physical and cognitive performance, both during training and throughout a soldier’s career. Defence Technology Agency Auckland, New Zealand 1 CAPT Nicola Martin is currently the New Zealand Army Dietitian.